initial value
[ɪˈnɪʃəl ˈvæljuː]
nounpl: initial values
valor inicial
1. the starting or first quantity, amount, or condition in a mathematical, scientific, or computational process
The initial value of the variable was set to zero before running the simulation.
O valor inicial da variável foi definido como zero antes de executar a simulação.
2. in mathematics, the known value at the beginning of a differential equation or problem
To solve this differential equation, we need the initial value problem statement.
Para resolver esta equação diferencial, precisamos do problema de valor inicial.
3. the starting price, amount, or condition before any changes or operations are applied
The initial value of the investment was $10,000 before the market fluctuations.
O valor inicial do investimento era de $10.000 antes das flutuações do mercado.
This is primarily technical terminology used in mathematics, physics, engineering, and computer science across both English-speaking countries and Brazil. It is essential in academic and professional contexts when discussing problem-solving methodologies. The term is standardized in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese educational systems.
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